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This is a vintage Star Pond Yacht made by Birkenhead in England. Birkenhead closed in 1990 and their pond yachts, which they began making in the early 1930s, have become very collectible. These boats were very a very popular toy for children, especially in England and France. (And I can see why, I'm so tempted to find a pond and give it a try.)

This boat has been beautifully crafted and well made. This is Birkenhead's mid sized, Bermuda Rigged (BR) yacht, similar in design to the smaller Meteorite “BR 2” and the larger Comet “BR 4”. All these variants are difficult to find. This example, with it’s warm rich colors, and aged patina, displays beautifully. It measures 27 1/4" long (including the post at the end). With stand, it measures 34" tall. This boat is in excellent condition and looks like it might not have been used. Everything seems to be working well and moves easily. It was purchased from an Arizona estate where it was one of a collection of 3 Birkenhead Star boats that were safely kept in a display cabinet.

Star Yachts are renowned around the world for their, iconic, range of model sailing boats and were in production from just after the first world war right up until the sad demise of the company in 1990. Over the years they produced many different variants, each one proudly displaying the company’s decal – “Made in England” and “Guaranteed to Sail”.

Click the "Other" category link on the left of this listing page to see the 2 Star Boats that were part of this collection.

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